Local Obituaries for Berks, Bucks, Lehigh and Montgomery Counties

Richard Crouthamel

Apr 21, 2025

Richard "Lefty" Crouthamel, born on April 18, 1934, and son of Willard and Elizabeth (High) Crouthamel, made his final earthly journey and passed away on April 21, 2025.

Lefty seemed to be born for a life of activity and adventure. As a youth, he had various jobs in his Perkasie neighborhood. In school he excelled as an athlete, earning a yearly...

Rebecca A. Ritter

Apr 21, 2025

Rebecca A. (Schell) Ritter, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025, at the age of 89. Born in Corning, PA, Rebecca spent her life devoted to family, friends, and her passions.

Rebecca was a beloved mother to her sons, Dayton Ritter, Jr. (Kay) and James "Jimmy" Ritter (Nancy), and a cherished grandmother to Alana Dreisbach, Garth and Jason Ritter, and loving...

Samantha "Sami" Atkins

Apr 20, 2025

Samantha "Sami" Atkins, 27, of Telford, PA, passed away unexpectedly at her home on April 20, 2025. Born on October 14, 1997, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Sami was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend-roles she filled with endless love, warmth, and joy. Sami's kind and vibrant spirit left a lasting impact on everyone in her life.

Sami...

John B. Walter

Apr 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John B. Walter, who left this world peacefully on April 19, 2025, at the age of 73. Born in Alabama City, AL, John grew up in Sumneytown, PA. He spent his later years in Perkiomenville, PA, where he was a beacon of love and laughter to those around him. 

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Joseph Faust

Apr 4, 2025

Joseph E. Faust Jr., of Sumneytown, passed away on April 4, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Pottstown, Joseph was the beloved son of the late Joseph E. and Thelma (Hallman) Faust, Sr.

A 1965 graduate of Upper Perk High School, Joseph served honorably in the United States Army. After his service, he dedicated over 20 years of his...

Harold Stevens

Apr 3, 2025

Harold Stevens, 97 (March 14, 1928- April 3, 2025) of Irvine, CA, formerly of Hereford, PA, will be laid to rest Tuesday, May 20, 11:00am, at the Upper Milford Mennonite Church Cemetery. He was preceded in death by parents Charles and Della (Hiestand) Stevens, brother Bill Stevens of East Greenville, PA, and wives Thelma (Kamstra) and Alma (Fox). He is...

Bertha Leister

Apr 1, 2025

Bertha A. (Haring) Leister, 92, of Boyertown, passed away on April 1, 2025 at her home. She was the widow of the late Paul L. Leister, Sr.

She was born in Boyertown, one of 18 children born to the late Harvey and Maria (Levan) Haring. Bertha was a devoted wife and mother while raising her children. She delighted in her grandchildren...

Anne E. Goll

Mar 24, 2025

Anne E. Goll, 72, of Pennsburg, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025. She was the wife of Edward Goll. They were married for 53 years in July. She was predeceased by her son, Daniel Goll and her sister, Judy Custer.

Anne is also survived by her daughter, Amy, wife of Brian Roth of Coopersburg; and grandchildren, Alyssa, Joshua and Noah...

James Morett

Mar 23, 2025

James John Morett, 78, passed away Sunday 23 March 2025, surrounded by his family. Known as Pigeon, to his friends, he was truly one of a kind. Born in Philadelphia in 1947 to Chalmers and Eleanor (Seely) Morett, he attended Lansdowne Alden High School and began his working career at the Troop Farm in Newtown Square. Here, he not only...

Carole Sheetz

Mar 17, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carole A. Sheetz, who left us peacefully on March 17, 2025, at the age of 79. Born in South Plainfield, NJ, to the late Edgar and Elizabeth (Benward) Mentzel, Carole built a life filled with love and dedication.

Carole was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother,...

Lillian A. Hess

Mar 16, 2025

"I am so blessed to have this wonderful family. I always believed that anything worth doing is worth doing right, and it seems we did something right. Love you all."

These words, written by Lillian, reflect the core of her being - a woman who valued family, tradition, and living life with purpose. Our dear mother, grandmother, and friend has passed...

James Rightley

Mar 16, 2025

James J. Rightley Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 16, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on September 11, 1928, in Chester, Pennsylvania, James lived a life filled with love, dedication, creativity, and community.

James attended John Bartram High School, where he excelled as a gymnast and received the silver...

Anna Force

Mar 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anna C. Force, a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at the age of 93. Born on August 9, 1931, in East Greenville, to the late James and Margaret (Bower) Yerger, Anna spent her entire life, nurturing both her family and the land she cherished.

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Vernon Wallace

Mar 10, 2025

On October 18, 1960, the heavens opened up, and Vernon Lamar Wallace was born in Philadelphia, PA, to William Wallace Jr. and Gwenitta Wallace. Vernon was the first of their children, a cherished gift that brought joy to his family.

Vernon received his education within the Philadelphia public school district, graduating from Simon Gratz High School in June 1979. Shortly after...

H. George Bonekemper III

Mar 10, 2025

Dr. H. George Bonekemper III, 82, retired Superintendent of Upper Perkiomen School District, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, March 10, 2025 at The Community at Rockhill. He was the widower of the late L. Anne (Wampole) Bonekemper with whom he shared 47 years of marriage.

He was born in Lansdale to the late Harold George Jr. and Eva...

Doris Keller

Mar 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doris Keller, beloved mother, grandmother and dedicated friend, who passed away on March 8, 2025, at the age of 79. Born in Finland to the late Lloyd and Althea (Batman) Derr, Doris exemplified a life rich with love, compassion, and a spirit of adventure that touched all who knew...

Bonnie Marks

Mar 2, 2025

Bonnie Lou (Dierolf) Marks , beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend left this world peacefully on March 2, 2025, at the age 69. Born in Grandview Hospital to the late Leroy Dierolf and Mary (Freed) Einsele.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her cherished husband, Bruce Marks, with whom she celebrated 50 years of marriage with before his passing in 2024.

Together,...

Richard Bieler

Feb 28, 2025

Richard R. Bieler, beloved husband, devoted father, grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully with family by his side on February 28, 2025, at the age of 93. Born in Catasauqua, to the late Claude and Helen (Ritter) Bieler, Richard lived a simple life filled with love and laughter, enjoying all that each day offered. Rich was always smiling and...

David Proffit

Feb 27, 2025

David E. Proffit, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in hospice on February 27, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Yukon, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Charlie and Virginia (Romans) Proffit.

David was a graduate of Big Cheek High School in War, West Virginia. He furthered his education and excelled in electrical...

Mary Keller

Feb 25, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Elaine Keller, who left this world peacefully on February 25, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Pennsburg, she was the daughter of the late Jesse and Katie (Faust) Eck.

Mary's family was the center of her universe. Mary dedicated 23 wonderful years of her life to her...